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Getting Around In Oslo

September 18th, 2007 · 1 Comment

As an American that moved to Oslo, Norway….the costs of things here is painful. Everything is very expensive, its true. But there is one thing that I’ve found that although its expensive, it is actually very useful.
Its the monthly metro pass. Now, please forgive me if certain details of this are not perfect, but I [...]

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Tags: Adjusting Advice · Everyday In Oslo · Norway · Visiting Norway

Shopping In Norway

September 17th, 2007 · 1 Comment

There are many surprises living in a new country and there is something that they do in Norway that I find very strange. When you go shopping at any store (grocery store, 7 eleven etc.) no matter what you buy, if you want a bag you have to pay extra. It is never included when [...]

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Tags: Everyday In Oslo · Norway · Visiting Norway